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giant crab

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun giant crab has 1 sense
  1. giant crab, Macrocheira kaempferi - very large deep-water Japanese crab
    --1 is a kind of spider crab
    --1 is a member of Macrocheira, genus Macrocheira

Definitions from the Web

Giant Crab

Definition:

A giant crab refers to an expansive species of crustacean known for its exceptionally large size compared to other crabs.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  1. Popular

    Refers to any large crab variety, typically measuring more than 1.5 feet in length. These crabs are famous for their striking appearance and are often sought after as both seafood delicacies and exotic pets.

    Example Sentence: The seafood restaurant is renowned for its delicious grilled giant crabs.

  2. Local

    In specific regions, such as the Alaskan coast, "giant crab" is used to refer to particular species like the Alaskan King Crab. These local varieties are known for their massive size, sweet succulent meat, and are highly valued in the culinary world.

    Example Sentence: The fisherman caught a giant crab weighing over 10 pounds while out on the sea.

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